Welch Versus MSU HSHSP

Pre-College Issues Summer Programs
1

Hi,

D got accepted to both Welch at UT Arlington and MSU HSHSP. Both are research intensive. Was trying to figure out Pros and Cons for both

Welch

  1. Free
  2. Smaller size so prob better direction
  3. Closer to home

Cons

  1. Is more Chem focused while D wants to try more Bio related items ultimately wants to be a physician
  2. Not as prestigous for Ivy leagues

MSU HSHSP

  1. Better fit from a subject perspective
  2. Larger group with more intellectual opportunities due to larger size of student pool
  3. Better known from a college perspective outside of Texas

Cons

  1. Money though the amount is not an issue for us so we can spend it
  2. Distance from home not a drive away but a plane ride away.

Could folks please help with their thoughts. Thank You for the help.

2

One other thing Welch is 5 weeks versus 7 weeks for HSHSP so she could use those 2 weeks to get started on her essays or do summer school to do Eco or Gov.

3

Hello folks. Would really appreciate any insights that kids or parents who had kids have to make these choices have used. Thank You for any help.

4

Welch is considered more competitive and harder to get into since you are essentially paying for the other one.